A big welcome to Mark who's application for membership of NDMAC has recently been accepted.

Mark is currently in the process of changing jobs.  He hopes to get along to the field more often once he has settled in in his new position.

Saturday 20th October saw two more pilots step forward to be scrutinised by the Club's examiners.

Graham was the first pilot to scramble taking to the skies with his electric powered 'Riot'.  Graham flew the BMFA 'A' schedule with precision and was awarded a pass.

Mike-Graham-Barry

Next up was Eddie 'The Eagle'.  Eddie flew his Tutor 40   ('Araldite Express')   in a competent manner to impress the judges and was deservedly awarded a pass.

(Onlookers reported that following a forensic examination of the site no trace of brown envelopes was found.)

Just one moment's lapse of concentration and 'zippppppppppp'.

This is what happened to a pilot on Saturday whilst adjusting his

60-size 2-stroke.

Three fingers were badly cut requiring stitching.  Surgery was required on one finger to repair a damaged tendon.

Fortunately one of the Club's first-aiders, Billy McC was quickly at hand, (no pun intended) and the wounds were expertly cleaned and dressed.

The patient was then taken to hospital for treatment and is expected to make a full recovery.

SOME RECOMMENDATIONS

Try not to become distracted when working on your engine/motor.

Know where the first-aid box is located.  You might consider keeping your own.

Don't fly on your own in case of an accident.

Make a Will.

Saturday 22nd September was a busy day at the field when two canditates stepped forward to be scrutinised by our club examiners, Barry and Michael.

Congratulations to 'Capt' Jim Adair and Laurie 'Snapper' Martin  who both completed the flying schedule successfully.  Jim flew his faithful 'Thunder Tiger' 60-size glow model with precision and Laurie used battery power in his 'Boomerang' 40-size trainer to demonstrate his skills.

Michael-Jim-Barry

Michael-Laurie-Barry

Congratulation to both pilots.

Welcome to Mike whose application for membership has recently been accepted.

Mike has this lovely Hangar 9 'Pulse' 1.20-size, no less!  However, Mike is a convert to electric (tut!) and after a successful test flight today, Stewart commented that the model was a delight to fly and very stable in the blustery conditions.

The club instructors will be rushing to connect their 'buddy-lead' to have a go at flying this bute I'm quite sure!

Welcome aboard Mike.